How to Spend the 2024 BC Day Weekend in Vancouver

English Bay beach. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Tanya Goehring

BC Day long weekend is the perfect time to soak up our beautiful province’s nature, culture, and history. In 2024, check out festivals, hikes, parades, beaches and more on the August 3rd to 5th long weekend.

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How to Spend the 2024 BC Day Weekend in Vancouver

One Amazing Summer Day in Vancouver

Shipyards Night Market

Shipyards Night Market; Destination Vancouver/Vision Event Photography Inc.

Spend an amazing summer day soaking up the sunshine in Vancouver on patios, at the beach, on a paddleboard, and at outdoor markets.

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One Amazing Summer Day in Vancouver

Enjoy Bustling Night Markets and Farmers Markets in Vancouver

Shipyards Night Market; Destination Vancouver/Vision Event Photography Inc.

Night Market season has launched in Vancouver, running now until the beginning of the fall. Farmer’s markets have also ramped up, as a wider array of seasonal local produce starts to become available. You can expect a lively atmosphere, great food, and lots of artisan goods to browse and purchase.

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Enjoy Bustling Night Markets and Farmers Markets in Vancouver

Tasting Events in Vancouver You Won’t Want to Miss

Meat cooking at Brewery and the Beast

Photo: Brewery and the Beast

Vancouver has a diverse food scene with world-class chefs making food from around the globe. If you’re up for a culinary adventure, you won’t want to miss these upcoming tasting events.

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Tasting Events in Vancouver You Won’t Want to Miss

Spring and Summer Markets Around Vancouver

Food trucks at the Shipyards Night Market.

Shipyards Night Market. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Vision Event Photography Inc.

With the return of warmer weather, it’s market season in Vancouver. Shop for fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious food and more from local vendors at farmers’ markets, craft markets, and community markets.

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Spring and Summer Markets Around Vancouver

Eat, Drink, and Shop at Lively Vancouver Markets this Summer

Photo: Richmond Night Market

This summer promises to be an amazing one in Vancouver, with popular events returning and new ones in the works. Going to a market promises so much fun: happy people milling about, artisan goods to browse, and great food and drink to enjoy.

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Eat, Drink, and Shop at Lively Vancouver Markets this Summer

5 reasons to discover the Richmond Night Market (opening May 10!)

richmond night market 2019

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There’s no other way of saying it, the Richmond Night Market is epic.

First founded in 2000 by entrepreneur Raymond Cheung, the Richmond Night Market has grown from modest beginnings since its first location at the Continental Centre on Cambie Road.

Now, the Richmond Night Market is the largest Night Market in North America and has become an international attraction, attracting over 1 million visitors each year.

The opening date of this hotly anticipated annual event is fast approaching and we can’t help but get excited for an upcoming summer of food, shopping, and entertainment! In anticipation of the event, let’s take a look at some of the top 5 things to discover once the Richmond Night Market opens for the 2019 season!

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5 reasons to discover the Richmond Night Market (opening May 10!)

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